When Super Bowl 60 kicked off in Levi’s Stadium, all eyes were not just on the New England Patriots and their pursuit of another championship, but also on the team’s longtime owner, Robert Kraft, and his wife, Dana Blumberg. Their presence at the game drew attention not only because of Kraft’s storied NFL legacy, but also because of the unique and compelling story behind the couple’s relationship—a tale marked by love, loss, high-profile events, and a remarkable age gap that has made headlines in its own right.
Robert Kraft, now 84 years old, is no stranger to the big stage. As owner of the Patriots, he holds the record for the most Super Bowl victories by any NFL team owner in league history. Yet, behind his public triumphs lies a personal journey shaped by devotion and resilience. Kraft’s first marriage to Myra Kraft began in 1963 and lasted nearly five decades, ending only when Myra passed away from ovarian cancer in 2011 at age 68. The loss devastated Kraft, who later admitted, “I sort of feel robbed. I try to stay very busy, I basically work seven days a week. I try to do new things, to meet new people.”
For years, Kraft believed he would never remarry. He found solace in work and philanthropy, but eventually began to date again. In 2012, he was linked to actress Ricki Noel Lander, a relationship that reportedly helped him through his grief. Their partnership ended in 2018, but by then, Kraft had already met Dana Blumberg, a prominent ophthalmologist based in New York.
Blumberg, now 52, boasts an impressive resume. She is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in the treatment of glaucoma, the leading cause of adult blindness. Blumberg earned her medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 2000, completed her residency at University Hospitals of Cleveland, and attended Brown University as an undergraduate. Her academic credentials are further bolstered by her roles as an associate professor of ophthalmology at Columbia University and as an adjunct associate professor at Weill Cornell Medical College. According to her professional biography, Blumberg has devoted much of her career to advancing eye care and has been recognized for her expertise in her field.
Despite their high profiles, Kraft and Blumberg initially kept their relationship under wraps. They reportedly met in 2017, with their first date taking place at Olde Heritage Tavern in Lenox, Massachusetts—a detail revealed by Kraft’s friend, former Philadelphia 76ers co-owner Michael Rubin. The couple was first photographed together later that year at a benefit event for the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Over the next few years, they made public appearances at major events, including the French Open tennis tournament in 2019, and were seen together at the Fanatics pre-Super Bowl party on February 7, 2026.
Their engagement remained a well-guarded secret until 2022, when fashion icon Tommy Hilfiger announced it at the inaugural amfAR Gala Palm Beach event. The couple surprised friends and the sports world alike with their wedding on October 14, 2022. Kraft invited a host of celebrities and close friends—including Tom Brady, Roger Goodell, Adam Silver, Randy Moss, Vince Wilfork, and Jon Bon Jovi—to what was billed as a party at the Hall des Lumières in lower Manhattan. As the festivities began, featuring performances by Elton John, Ed Sheeran, and Meek Mill, Kraft and Blumberg revealed that the gathering was, in fact, their wedding or at least a wedding reception. Elton John introduced them as “husband and wife,” suggesting they had already tied the knot before arriving at the event.
Their union has sparked plenty of discussion, not least because of the nearly 33-year age difference between Kraft and Blumberg. While Kraft was born on June 5, 1941, Blumberg’s birth in January 1974 was confirmed when Kraft threw her a surprise 50th birthday party in January 2024. The couple’s age gap has become a talking point in the media, but both have taken it in stride, focusing instead on their shared interests and philanthropic endeavors.
Blumberg’s commitment to charity is evident in her co-founding of "Pawtriots," a dog-rescue organization launched in 2025, and her recent appointment to the board of trustees for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in February 2025. While her political preferences remain private, her appointment came shortly after President Donald Trump named himself chair of the board, and she was a member when the board voted in December 2025 to rename the center The Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts. Kraft, for his part, has maintained a longstanding friendship with Trump, and the two were seen together at the Kennedy Center premiere of the documentary film "Melania" in January 2026.
The Kraft family legacy extends beyond football and philanthropy. Kraft has four children from his first marriage: Jonathan, Daniel, Joshua, and David. Jonathan Kraft, born March 4, 1964, is president of The Kraft Group and the Patriots. Daniel, a Tufts University graduate and former college lacrosse player, is also involved in the family business and has three children. Joshua Kraft, who founded the Boys & Girls Club of Chelsea in 1993, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2018 but declared himself cancer-free in 2023. David Kraft, who left the family business in 2012 and later sued his father over access to the family trust, remains less in the public eye. Kraft and Blumberg do not have children together.
As the Patriots take the field in Super Bowl 60, Kraft and Blumberg’s presence is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the enduring power of personal connection. Their journey from private grief to public celebration has captured the attention of fans and observers alike, adding a human dimension to the high-stakes world of professional sports. The couple’s story, marked by high-profile events, philanthropy, and a willingness to defy expectations, continues to unfold as they support the Patriots on football’s biggest stage.
With kickoff set for 6:30 p.m. E.T. and the action at Levi’s Stadium underway, the spotlight remains firmly on both the Patriots’ quest for another title and the remarkable couple cheering them on from the stands. The game is still in progress, but for Robert Kraft and Dana Blumberg, their partnership off the field is already a victory in its own right.